Carrollton/Farmers Branch Neighborhoods - Woodgate

Carrollton Neighborhood - Woodgate

To see the current listings and solds in this neighborhood Click Here

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DFW renters get burned most in apartment scams, survey says

DFW renters get burned most in apartment scams, survey says

Renters in Dallas-Fort Worth are more likely to have lost money in rental scams than renters in any other large metro area.
#mariesellsdallas #scams #rentalscams #renters #realestate #homesforrent

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Carrollton/Farmers Branch

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Carrollton/Farmers Branch

Carrollton and Farmers Branch followed the trend of most of the northern Dallas suburbs in June. Sales fell 12% and pending sales were off by 11%. The pending sales number is not a good sign for July sales. The average sales price declined 1% but the median sales price rose 2%.

The number of new listings increased 6%. The active listings jumped 54%. This number is a little deceiving because it's a comparison to the active listings in June of 2017 and last July saw an extremely low inventory. The months of inventory did increase to 2 months. with 6 months considered a balanced market, you can see even with the slow down in sales and the increase in active listings, we are still very heavy tilted to the seller side.

Sales: 183

Average Sales Price: $320,364

Median Sales Price: $295,000

Pending Sales: 179

New Listings: 253

Active Listings: 292

Months of Inventory: 2

Information Provided by the Real Estate Center

#mariesellsdallas #Carrollton #FarmersBranch #realestate #homesforsale

D-FW builders got thousands of new home, apartment permits. How many are coming to your city?

D-FW builders got thousands of new home, apartment permits. How many are coming to your city?

Across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, real estate developers have filed for permits to build more than 67,000 housing units, during the first half of 2018.
#mariesellsdallas #Dallas #realestate #homesforsale

What Is The Home Seller's Staging Hiding From You?

What Is The Home Seller's Staging Hiding From You?

When you view homes for sale that are staged, you need to ask yourself some questions:
#mariesellsdallas #buyeragvice #homebuyer #staging #homestaging #realesate

Looking to buy a house in Dallas for under $200,000? Good luck

Looking to buy a house in Dallas for under $200,000? Good luck

What three years ago was an $190,000 house is now a $270,000 house

#mariesellsdallas #Dallas #Dallasrealestate #dallashomes #realestate #homesforsale

Essential Staging Accessories for 6 Home Styles

Essential Staging Accessories for 6 Home Styles

This guide walks you through the most common home styles and the characteristics of each, including photos illustrating a property staged for each style so you can glean ideas. 
#mariesellsdallas #homestaging #selleradvice #realestate #homesforsale #decor

10 Quick weekend renos to add value to your home

10 Quick weekend renos to add value to your home

While each home is unique, here are 10 projects that most homeowners would benefit from and best of all, you can knock them over in a weekend.
#mariesellsdallas #homeimprovements #remodeling #renovation #realestate

The One Room That'll Make Buyers Bail, Even If They Love the House

The One Room That'll Make Buyers Bail, Even If They Love the House

So what is this ominous, deal-killing room?

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Boost Your Property Value: 4 Smart Features Worth Adding

Boost Your Property Value: 4 Smart Features Worth Adding

Adding smart home technology solutions doesn't just make your home more covetable – it can increase the demand for and value of your home when you sell it.
#mariesellsdallas #smarthome #hometech #selleradvice #realestate #homesforsale

What You Need to Know About Researching Home Prices

What You Need to Know About Researching Home Prices

There are a lot of home pricing resources out there, and some are far better than others.

#mariesellsdallas #homesearch #onlinehomesearch #buyeradvice #homeprices #realestate

There are a lot of home pricing resources out there, and some are far better than others.

Homeowner Safety: How to Create a Home Inventory

Homeowner Safety: How to Create a Home Inventory

When moving into a new home, one of the most important things you should do is create a home inventory. Unfortunately, many people skip this task

#mariesellsdallas #homeinventory #homeowneradvice #homeinsurance #realestate #homebuyer

This week in Amazon-o-mania: HQ2 housing needs and, oh, the issues it raises

This week in Amazon-o-mania: HQ2 housing needs and, oh, the issues it raises

The prospect of higher rents has been a consistent lament among cities on Amazon's list of 20 contenders for its second headquarters. 
#mariesellsdallas #amazon #HQ2 #dallas #realestate

JUST LISTED 7229 Lake Hill Trail, Sachse, TX

JUST LISTED  7229 Lake Hill Trail, Sachse, TX

Located in a mature area of the Woodbridge Addition, this 5 year old home with its open floor plan and high quality features is the home that fits your lifestyle. The kitchen has lots of granite counter top space, 42 inch cabinets with under cabinet lighting, a walk-in pantry, plus a gas range. The 2 baths have granite counter tops. The master bath features separate furniture-style vanities . The 4 bedrooms, with split master, offers you the room for family and guests. Don't miss out on this fabulous home offered at $314,900.

Dallas Public Library presents Dallas Nature Expo

Dallas Public Library presents Dallas Nature Expo

Join us for our second annual Nature Expo, a gathering of community organizations and others interested in facets of the natural world that is all around us.  There will be informational tables, exhibits of live animals, and more.
#mariesellsdallas #nature #Dallas #free

U.S. Sales of Previously Owned Homes Decline for Third Month

U.S. Sales of Previously Owned Homes Decline for Third Month

There is a persistent shortage of available listings to choose from, while property prices are outpacing wages. In addition, borrowing costs have also increased this year.
#mariesellsdallas #housing #homesales #realestate #homesforsale

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - The Rental Market

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - The Rental Market

I don't normally report on the rental market, but I thought it might be interesting to see how it's doing in light of the down homes sales reports. The numbers I am about to report are for homes, condos, and townhouses combined.

Rentals were up 11% in June as compared to last June. The averages rental price rose 2% while the median rental price was flat. Not much movement there. Pending rentals rose 19%. The number of new listings increased 4%. The active rentals climbed 6%.

It; sort of looks like so people decided to rent instead of buy.

Rentals: 3,968

Average Rent: $1,856

Median Rent: $1,700

Pending Rentals: 2,496

New Listings: 5,062

Active Rentals: 5,184

Information Provided by The Real Estate Center

#mariesellsdallas #Dallas #Dallashomerentals #homeforrent #realestate

Perot Museum presents "Ultimate Dinosaurs"

Perot Museum presents "Ultimate Dinosaurs"

Photo courtesy of Perot Museum

Through hands-on activities and augmented reality technology, guests will discover that an amazing diversity of species evolved as a result of this phenomenon.

#mariesellsdallas #dinosaurs #Perot Museum #Dallas

Frisco raises homestead exemption

Frisco raises homestead exemption

The exemption will not go into effect until 2019.

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Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Frisco TX

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Frisco TX

Sales in Frisco were hit hard in June declining 24% as compared to last June. Pending sales were a little better only down 11%. With declining showings and a number of price reductions, I do not anticipate a positive sales number for July.

The average sales price did increase by 3% and the median sales price rose 2%.

The number of new listings fell 6% but the active listings rose 22% taking the months of inventory to 3.9 months. this is as high as its been for a number of years.

Continued declines in sales coupled with increasing inventory will move this market into a balanced supply very quickly. Sellers need to understand that the market is changing and price their properties accordingly.

Sales: 375

Average Sales Price: $456,299

Median Sales Price: $408,000

Pending Sales: 390

New Listings: 623

Active Listings: 1,268

Information Provided by The Real Estate Center

#mariesellsdallas #FriscoTX #Friscohomesales #realestate #homesforsale

Addison Summer Series

Addison Summer Series

This 13-week celebration of summer features favorite local bands, from tribute to salsa, country to jazz.
#mariesellsdalls #Addison #Dallas #freeconcert #freemusic

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - McKinney TX

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - McKinney TX

McKinney was no different from it's neighboring communities with sales down 18% in June as compared to last June. A small glimmer of light is the pending sales which were up 10%. However, with the declining showing we are experiencing in July, I don't anticipate the Julys sales numbers will be positive.

The average sales price dropped 3% and the median sales price fell 2%. Another sign that buyers are not felling a compelling rush to buy.

The number of new listings increased 10% while the active listings jumped 26%. The months of inventory now stands at 3.5 months.

Sellers, you need to realize that the market is changing rapidly and that pricing is critical. 

Sales: 264

Average Sales Price: $364,450

Median Sales Price: $348,000

Pending Sales: $311

New Listings: 484

Active Listings: 869

Months of Inventory: 3.5

Information provided by the Real Estate Center

#mariesellsdallas #McKinney #McKinneyhomesales #McKinneyrealestate #realestate 

7 Cheap Landscaping Ideas That'll Rake in Cash Later

7 Cheap Landscaping Ideas That'll Rake in Cash Later

A home with a gorgeous yard isn't just easy on the eyes: Well-landscaped homes also sell for 5.5% to 12.7% more, according to research at Virginia Tech. 
#mariesellsdallas #driveupappeal #yardmaintenance #homeowneradvice #realestate

The 'Fixer Upper' fallacy: 9 reasons real estate professionals want you to stop watching HGTV

The 'Fixer Upper' fallacy: 9 reasons real estate professionals want you to stop watching HGTV

Unlike viewers, real estate agents know firsthand that what makes for good reality TV can make for bad reality out in the real world.

#mariesellsdallas #remodeling #renovation #fixerupper #realestate

U.S. Housing Starts Plunge by Most Since 2016 to Nine-Month Low

U.S. Housing Starts Plunge by Most Since 2016 to Nine-Month Low

Potential customers are grappling with elevated interest rates and ever-rising home prices that are easily outpacing wage gains, even as a robust job market and tax cuts support demand.
#mariesellsdallas #homebuilders #realestate #homesforsale

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Allen TX

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Allen TX

Not a good month for homes sales in the Allen area. Sales dropped 12%. Pending sales looked better only down 3%. It's beginning to look like the market is over it's strong tilt to the seller side and moving back to a more normal market. Buyers do not fell compelled to buy today! Showings are declining and inventory is rising.

The average sales price did increase 7% and the median sales price rose 1%. New listings grew 3% while the active listings climbed 17%. This took the months of inventory to 3.1 months. While this number is still well within the sellers side (6 months being a balanced market) declining sales combined with increasing inventory, will get us to a balanced market quickly. 

Sellers if you want to sell your home, it is incumbent upon you to recognize this changing market and pricing is critical.

Sales: 129

Average Sales Price: $412,333

Median Sales Price: $351,000

Pending Sales: 135

New Listings: 220

Active Listings: 345

Months of Inventory: 3.1

Information Provided by The Real Estate Center

#mariesellsdallas #Allenhomesales #AllenTX #realestate #homesforsale 

Looking for a home to rent? Beware this scam

Looking for a home to rent? Beware this scam

The Better Business Bureau is warning people in the market to rent a home this summer to be on guard for con artists using false advertisement

#mariesellsdallas #rentalscam #renter #forrent #realestate

House Hunting? How Good Manners Can Help Get The Home You Want

House Hunting? How Good Manners Can Help Get The Home You Want

So, what exactly does this mean?

#mariesellsdallas #buyeradvice #firsttimebuyer #realetate #homesforsale

4 Questions Your Agent Might Not Answer—and Why

4 Questions Your Agent Might Not Answer—and Why

If you ask your agent certain questions, you might be puzzled to hear nothing but an awkward silence. Why?

#mariesellsdallas #realestate #realestateagent #homesforsale

How to Write a Homebuyer's Letter to a Seller

How to Write a Homebuyer's Letter to a Seller

Here are seven tips to help you write a letter that will be well-received and might help you get noticed in a bidding war.
#buyeradvice #homebuyeradvice #realestate #homesforsale #mariesellsdallas

Your living room helps sell your home more than any room – and here's why

Your living room helps sell your home more than any room – and here's why

It's more important than the kitchen or bathroom

9 Silly Little Things That Could Be Sabotaging Your Home Sale

9 Silly Little Things That Could Be Sabotaging Your Home Sale

 Give your home a good look and address the little things now before they become big problems when buyers are balking.
#m ariesellsdallas #selleradvice #homeseller #realestate #homesforsale

7 Feng Shui Mistakes That Can Give You Bad Vibes

7 Feng Shui Mistakes That Can Give You Bad Vibes

Let's face it—some of us need all the good fortune we can get. So what if we were to tell you that you could step up your success with even the simplest of decor decisions?
#mariesellsdallas #fengshui #homedecor #homedecorating #realestate

Why single-family rental companies are cozying up to home builders

Why single-family rental companies are cozying up to home builders

SFR companies’ need for new housing inventory has led to their increasingly cozy relationship with home builders
#mariesellsdallas #realestate #homesforsale

Does the June dip in home sales signal a new direction for D-FW housing market?

Does the June dip in home sales signal a new direction for D-FW housing market?

All good things must come to an end. And there are more signs that our runaway housing market is hitting a ceiling.

#mariesellsdallas #Dallasrealestate #Dallashomesales #realestate #homesforsale

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Plano TX

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Plano TX

Well Plano wasn't as bad as some other areas. Sales were only flat. However, pending sales took a 9% drop! Not a good sign for July. The average sales price did managed to climb 11% while the median sales price rose 6%. New listings fell 1% but the number of active listings rose 24%. The months of inventory increased to 3 months. This is the highest it's been in a very long time but is still only half way to the 6 months considered a balanced market. 

Sales: 402

Average Sales Price: $434,531

Median Sales Price: $372,000

Pending Sales: 334

New Listings: 561

Active Listings: 881

Months of Inventory: 3

Information provided by The Real Estate Center

#mariesellsdallas #Plano #Planohomesales #Planorealestate 

Bishop Arts District presents Christmas in July

Bishop Arts District presents Christmas in July

Photo courtesy of Bishop Arts District

Break out the festive wear and flip flops for Bishop Arts District’s 3rd annual Christmas in July celebration. 

#mariesellsdallas #BishopartsDistrict #festivals #dallas

Good Local Markets

Good Local Markets

Photo courtesy of Good Local Markets

Every Good Local Markets vendor grows or makes what they sell with no distribution. Vendors offer produce, artisanal foods and handcrafted goods, all grown or made within 150 miles of Dallas.

#mariesellsdallas #farmersmarket #Dallas #organic #organidproduce #organicmeats

This week in Amazon-o-mania: Billions in tax breaks, and business climate might matter

This week in Amazon-o-mania: Billions in tax breaks, and business climate might matter

This week, CNBC named Texas to the No. 1 spoton its annual rankings of America's Top States for Business. Many of CNBC's selection criteria were similar to what Amazon said it was looking for in an HQ2

#mariesellsdallas #amazon #HQ2 #Dallas #Texas #realestate

Late Nights at the DMA

Late Nights at the DMA

                                                                      Photo courtesy of Dallas Museum of Art

The museum celebrates the Asante kingdom and royalty through court music, storytelling, and more.

#mariesellsdallas #Dallas Museum of Art #Dallas #art #realestate

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Lake Highlands/NE Dallas

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Lake Highlands/NE Dallas

 #dallashomesales

This area of Dallas is following the trend. Sales were down 9%. The average sales price fell 2% while the median sales price dropped 1%. Pending sales fared worse declining 11%. Not looking good for July sales. The number of new listings rose 7% and the active listings were up 6%. This increases took the months of inventory to 2.6 months. This is still well short of the 6 months considered a balanced market.

Sales: 77

Average Sales Price: $421,009

Median Sales Price: $399,000

Pending Sales: 75

New Listings: 126

Active Listings: 164

Months of Inventory: 2.6

Information provided by The Real Estate Center

#mariesellsdallas #lakehighlands #dallas #realestate #homesforsale

The Color Decisions That Make Home Designers Cringe

The Color Decisions That Make Home Designers Cringe

If you want to paint your bedroom a deep eggplant, that's your business. Still, these decisions have ripple effects on others, you know. Like your guests. And home buyers, if you're trying to sell. 

#mariesellsdallas #homeimprovements #selleradvice #realestate #homesforsale

D-FW home prices forecast to barely move in the coming year

D-FW home prices forecast to barely move in the coming year

A new housing forecast predicts that D-FW home values will barely budge over the next year.

#mariesellsdallas #Dallashomeprices #Dallasrealestate #homesforsale

The housing shortage may be turning, warning of a price bubble

The housing shortage may be turning, warning of a price bubble

The supply of homes for sale in the second quarter of this year, the all-important spring market, rose at three times the rate of last year

#mariesellsdallas #realestate #homesforsale #housingbubble

D-FW home starts soared in second quarter..

D-FW home starts soared in second quarter..

North Texas builders started the most number of houses in the second quarter in almost 12 years.
#mariesellsdallas #newconstruction #newhomes #realestate #Dallas #homesforsale

Nasher Sculpture Center presents 'til Midnight

Nasher Sculpture Center presents 'til Midnight

'til Midnight at the Nasher presents live outdoor concerts featuring a variety of national and regional musical talent paired with film screenings in the Nasher Garden. 
#mariesellsdallas #nashersculpturecenter #Dallas #freemovie #freemusic

Richardson TX Neighborhoods - Prairie Creek Estates

Prairie Creek Estates Neighborhood Stats

If you would like to see the current listings and solds in this neighborhood  Click Here

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Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Richardson TX

Dallas Area Residential Sales Report for June - Richardson TX

Prairie Creek Park

Richardson continues to be an area of high demand from buyers. SAles were up 8% in june as compared to last June. The average sales price increased 17% while the median sales price rose 19%.

Pending sales did decline 4%. We will have to wait and see what this means. The number of new listings increased 13%. Active listings jumped 45%. However, the months of inventory only increased to 1.9 months. this is well short of the 6 months considered a balanced market.

Sales: 122

Average Sales Price: $343,630

Median Sales Price: $319,950

Pending Sales: 114

New Listings: 169

Active Listings: 180

Months of Inventory: 1.9

Information provided by the Real Estate Center

#mariesellsdallas #RichardsonTX #Richardsonhomesales #realestate #homesforsale

Dallas Museum of Art presents "An Enduring Legacy: The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Collection of Impressionist and Modern Art"

Dallas Museum of Art presents "An Enduring Legacy: The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Collection of Impressionist and Modern Art"

Among the masterworks featured in the exhibition are paintings, sculptures, and works on paper by Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas, Edvard Munch, Pablo Picasso, Georges Braque, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Henry Moore, among many others.

#mariesellsdallas #DallasMuseumofArt #Dallas #impressionist #modernart #art

5 Things a Homebuyer Shouldn't Say to a Seller's Agent

5 Things a Homebuyer Shouldn't Say to a Seller's Agent

The agent at an open house is a seller's agent. This individual is paid to represent the best interests of the people selling the home — not yours.

#mariesellsdallas #homebuyer #buyeradvice #firsttimebuyer #realestate

New Construction: Should You Go Builder Grade Or Upgrade?

New Construction: Should You Go Builder Grade Or Upgrade?

A surprisingly large amount of the money you spend on your new home will be determined by the options and choices you make - and those options are forever changing,"